Fabricator / Welder

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is seeking a fabrication/machining professional for second shift (2:30pm–12am) in Poway, CA. The role involves tooling design, prototype fabrication, and precision metalworking on sheet metal parts and components.

Responsibilities include operating mills/ lathes, building fixtures, performing welding, and reading blueprints to meet tight tolerances. Candidates should have at least an associate degree and two years in fabrication, and be able to work

Qualifications

• Typically requires an associate's degree, certification or equivalent in a related discipline and two or more years experience in fabrication.
• Requires good knowledge of fabrication policies and procedures.
• Must have ability to read and understand technical instructions, drawings and specifications and utilize basic equipment.
• Must be able to respond to non-routine issues or situations and contribute to the solutions of routine issues.
• Must be able to weld to close tolerances and have working knowledge of AN and MS fasteners, AN plumbing and aircraft riveting tools.
• Must have basic computer applications skills pertinent to the field, and have the skills necessary to precisely record technical data.
• Ability to work in a team in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in designing and building production tooling for fabricated parts.
• Performs prototype fabrication from detailed instruction, visual descriptions or sketches.
• Forms sheet metal parts using brakes, shears, notchers and presses.
• Runs manual mills, lathes, drill presses and grinding equipment to perform turning, facing, boring, chamfering, drilling, grooving, reaming, tapping and slotting.
• Sets up and operates a variety of engine lathes to perform quantity production machining to close tolerances.
• Programs and runs prototrak mill.
• Grinds own cutting tools, drills and bits.
• Designs and builds jigs and fixtures for producing weldments and dip brazing. Designs and builds press tooling for forming sheet metal parts.
• Performs plumbing operations using AN fittings with hard and flexible lines.
• Performs welding, fitting and soldering on extremely thin ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Skills

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Technical instructions

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Tools

AN fittings

MS fasteners

Aircraft riveting tools

Prototrak mill

Brake/press tooling

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

This position works second shift: 230pm - 12am

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists in designing and building production tooling for fabricated parts.
• Performs prototype fabrication from detailed instruction, visual descriptions or sketches.
• Forms sheet metal parts using brakes, shears, notchers and presses.
• Runs manual mills, lathes, drill presses and grinding equipment to perform turning, facing, boring, chamfering, drilling, grooving, reaming, tapping and slotting.
• Sets up and operates a variety of engine lathes to perform quantity production machining to close tolerances.
• Programs and runs prototrak mill.
• Grinds own cutting tools, drills and bits.
• Designs and builds jigs and fixtures for producing weldments and dip brazing. Designs and builds press tooling for forming sheet metal parts.
• Performs plumbing operations using AN fittings with hard and flexible lines.
• Performs welding, fitting and soldering on extremely thin ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Utilizes blue prints, sketches, drawings, verbal descriptions and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished parts, the sequence of operations, and set up requirements.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Performs preventive maintenance and makes adjustments as required.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires an associate's degree, certification or equivalent in a related discipline and two or more years experience in fabrication.
• Requires good knowledge of fabrication policies and procedures.
• Must have ability to read and understand technical instructions, drawings and specifications and utilize basic equipment.
• Must be able to respond to non-routine issues or situations and contribute to the solutions of routine issues.
• Must be able to weld to close tolerances and have working knowledge of AN and MS fasteners, AN plumbing and aircraft riveting tools.
• Must have basic computer applications skills pertinent to the field, and have the skills necessary to precisely record technical data.
• Ability to work in a team in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly

Salary range: 52,020 - 77,325